Workers trying to cash in on the intense battle for talent are increasingly contending with a frustrating hurdle: “ghost postings.”
“One of the reasons that companies offer ghost jobs is to put forward the impression that the company is still growing. This is something that becomes more critical to maintain during a recession and, given the rate hikes from the Fed, will likely be particularly important to tech companies that may not want to fundraise now and take a down round in valuation,” Catania said.
“I’d still recommend applying if it’s a role you’re interested in because chances are they’ll call you at some point if you’re a good fit, even if not immediately,” Zimmerman said. , a senior performance consultant with HR provider Insperity, said the tight labor market and increased turnover translates to more ghost postings as employers look to ensure a steady stream of employees.
“The way we work has changed forever, which has made employers wary of continued resignations. This change in employers’ outlooks will increase the likelihood of job candidates finding more ghost postings,” Chapman said.